Terms of Use

These Terms of Use (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of the Dooney & Bourke website (doaney.com, “Website”) and any related content, features, or services offered through the Website (collectively, “Services”). By accessing or using the Website or Services, you (“User”) agree to be bound by these Terms, as well as our Privacy Policy, Terms of Purchase, and any other policies posted on the Website. If you do not agree to these Terms, you may not access or use the Website or Services.

1. Eligibility to Use the Website

To use the Website or Services, you must:

Be at least 13 years old (or have parental/guardian consent if you are under 18);
Have the legal capacity to enter into a binding agreement (e.g., not be a minor without authorization);
Provide accurate, complete, and current information when required (e.g., during account registration or checkout);
Comply with all applicable laws, regulations, and these Terms.

2. Account Registration & Management

2.1 Account Creation

You may choose to create a user account to access additional features (e.g., saving shipping addresses, tracking orders). When creating an account:

You must use a valid email address and create a secure password;
You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account credentials (password, email) and for all activities conducted under your account;
You must notify us immediately at [email protected] if you suspect unauthorized access to your account (e.g., stolen password, unusual activity).

2.2 Account Responsibilities

We reserve the right to verify the accuracy of account information (e.g., email, shipping address) and may suspend or terminate accounts with incorrect, incomplete, or fraudulent information;
You may not share your account with others or allow third parties to use your account for any purpose (including purchasing Products).

3. Permitted & Prohibited Uses of the Website

3.1 Permitted Uses

You may use the Website and Services only for lawful, personal, and non-commercial purposes, including:

Browsing Product listings, reading Product descriptions, and learning about Dooney & Bourke’s brand and offerings;
Creating an account (if eligible) to track orders, manage preferences, and make purchases in compliance with our Terms of Purchase;
Contacting customer service for support or inquiries (e.g., via email or contact forms).

3.2 Prohibited Uses

You may not use the Website or Services for any unlawful, harmful, or disruptive purpose, including but not limited to:

Accessing or attempting to access restricted areas of the Website (e.g., admin portals, customer data databases) without authorization;
Using automated tools (e.g., bots, crawlers, scrapers) to collect, copy, or extract content from the Website (unless expressly permitted by us in writing);
Uploading, posting, or transmitting any content that is illegal, defamatory, harassing, offensive, or infringes on third-party rights (e.g., copyright, trademark);
Modifying, reverse-engineering, or tampering with the Website’s code, design, or functionality;
Using the Website to promote or sell competing products, or to engage in fraud (e.g., fake orders, stolen payment methods);
Interfering with the Website’s operation (e.g., overloading servers, distributing malware).

4. Intellectual Property Rights

All content on the Website—including but not limited to text, Product images, logos, trademarks (“Dooney & Bourke”), designs, and software—is the exclusive property of Dooney & Bourke or its licensors, protected by United States and international intellectual property laws.

You may not copy, reproduce, distribute, display, or use any of this content for commercial or public purposes without our prior written permission;
Limited permission is granted to download or print small portions of content for personal, non-commercial use (e.g., saving a Product image for reference), provided you do not remove any copyright, trademark, or other proprietary notices.

5. Website Content & Availability

5.1 Content Accuracy

We strive to ensure that Website content (e.g., Product descriptions, pricing, availability) is accurate and up-to-date. However, we do not guarantee:

That content is error-free (e.g., typographical errors, outdated Product details);
That Product images will match physical items exactly (due to device display variations or manufacturing updates);
That all Products will be in stock (availability is subject to change without notice).

We reserve the right to correct errors, update content, or discontinue Products at any time without liability to you.

5.2 Website Availability

We aim to keep the Website accessible 24/7, but we may need to suspend access for maintenance, updates, or emergency repairs. We are not liable for any loss or inconvenience caused by temporary Website unavailability.

6. Third-Party Links & Services

The Website may contain links to third-party websites (e.g., social media platforms, payment processors) or integrate third-party services (e.g., shipping carriers). These links and services are provided for your convenience only.

We do not control, endorse, or assume responsibility for the content, privacy policies, or practices of third-party websites or services;
Your use of third-party websites or services is subject to their respective terms and policies, not these Terms.

7. Limitation of Liability & Disclaimer

7.1 Disclaimer of Warranties

The Website and Services are provided “as is” and “as available,” without any express or implied warranties (e.g., warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, non-infringement). We do not warrant that the Website will be error-free, secure, or uninterrupted.

7.2 Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law:

Dooney & Bourke shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages arising from your use or inability to use the Website (e.g., lost profits, data loss, inconvenience);
Our total liability for any direct damages (e.g., due to incorrect Product information leading to a purchase) shall not exceed $100 or the total amount you paid for Products related to the claim, whichever is greater;
We shall not be liable for damages caused by factors beyond our control (e.g., third-party service failures, internet outages, user error).

8. Termination of Access

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your access to the Website or Services at any time, without prior notice, if:

You violate any provision of these Terms;
We suspect fraudulent, unlawful, or harmful activity associated with your account;
You fail to provide accurate or current account information;
We discontinue the Website or specific Services (with reasonable notice when possible).

Upon termination, your right to use the Website or Services will immediately cease. We may retain certain account or order data as required by law or for legitimate business purposes.

9. Modifications to These Terms

We may update or modify these Terms from time to time. When we make changes, we will post the revised Terms on the Website (with a clear indication of the update). Your continued access to or use of the Website after the revised Terms are posted constitutes your acceptance of the changes. We recommend reviewing these Terms periodically.

10. Governing Law & Dispute Resolution

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Illinois, United States of America, without regard to its conflict of laws principles.

If a dispute arises between you and Dooney & Bourke related to these Terms or your use of the Website, we encourage you to first contact us at [email protected] to attempt to resolve the dispute amicably. If we cannot resolve the dispute informally, either party may pursue legal remedies in the courts of Springfield, Illinois.

11. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or complaints related to these Terms of Use, please contact us:

Email: [email protected]
Mailing Address: 214 Evergreen Terrace, Springfield, Illinois, 62704, United States of America
Website: doaney.com